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Solar thermal energy — Solar thermal system for water heating in Santorini, Greece … Wikipedia
Photovoltaic (Solar) Module or Panel — A solar photovoltaic product that generally consists of groups of PV cells electrically connected together to produce a specified power output under standard test conditions, mounted on a substrate, sealed with an encapsulant, and covered with… … Energy terms
Solar panel — Photovoltaic module redirects here. For the heat collectors, see Solar thermal collector. An installation of solar panels in rural Mongolia … Wikipedia
Solar cell — A solar cell made from a monocrystalline silicon wafer … Wikipedia
Solar tracker — A solar tracker is a device for orienting a solar photovoltaic panel or concentrating solar reflector or lens toward the sun. The sun s position in the sky varies both with the seasons (elevation) and time of day as the sun moves across the sky.… … Wikipedia
Solar inverter — Internal view of a solar inverter. A solar inverter or PV inverter is a critical component in a Photovoltaic system. It performs the conversion of the variable DC output of the Photovoltaic (PV) modules into a utility frequency AC current that… … Wikipedia
Solar Panel — See Solar Module … Energy terms
Solar energy — is the light and radiant heat from the Sun that powers Earth s climate and weather and sustains life. Since ancient times it has been harnessed for human use through a range of technologies. Solar radiation along with secondary solar resources… … Wikipedia
Solar micro-inverter — A solar micro inverter: the Enphase M190 in the process of being installed. The ground wire is attached to the lug and the panel s DC connections are attached to the cables on the lower right. The AC parallel trunk cable runs at the top (just… … Wikipedia
Solar controller — In the context of solar hot water systems, a Solar controller is a device which ensures that the system works correctly. Here is a summary of what a solar controller comprises, what it does and how some controllers can perform other functions as… … Wikipedia
